The World of Toys: The fascinating history of folk toys

A comprehensive guide to handcrafted toys produced worldwide over the last 200 years and created mainly from natural materials. Contents include a historical introduction, toys made of wood, ceramic toys, toys made from textiles, paper and papier mache toys, toy theatres and puppets, toys designed to be sold as souvenirs, folk and ethnic toys made from unconventional material ( straw, dough, dried meat, pinecones and wax) and a list of museums and galleries exhibiting collections of childrens toys.